This bracket provides a sturdy place to attach your electrical connector mounting bracket (sold separately). Designed for use with 4-way, 5-way, and 6-way connector brackets. Included hose clamp secures bracket to your trailer hitch. Call 800-298-8924 to order Tow Ready accessories and parts part number 18140 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all Tow Ready products. Guaranteed Lowest Price and Fastest Shipping for No-Drill Mount for Electrical Mounting Bracket - Short. Accessories and Parts reviews from real customers.

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This bracket provides a sturdy place to attach your electrical connector mounting bracket (sold separately). Designed for use with 4-way, 5-way, and 6-way connector brackets. Included hose clamp secures bracket to your trailer hitch.

Features:

Bracket can be used with any of the following mounting brackets to make a no-drill mount for your trailer connector:

Mounting Bracket 4-Pole Flat (18144)

Mounting Bracket for 4-, 5- and 6-Way Connectors (118137)

Mounting Bracket for Wesbar 5-Pole Flat (TR20046)

Powder coated steel construction

Hose clamp and hardware included

Bracket dimensions: 3" wide x 3-3/4" long

The picture above illustrates a typical application of a no-drill mounting bracket with a trailer connector bracket.

This mount worked great! Installed in minutes. I paired it with the mounting bracket 4 pole flat (18144) that you can also purchase. They both make the 4 pin connector look professional and keep the wires from dangling down from trailer hitch. Excellent product!
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Exactly what I was seeking to secure my 4-plug device to a tow-bar & tidy-up the excess wiring under my hitch. My wife shook her head in disbelief when I told her the installation would be quick & easy (it never is, right)? Well it was! Had this little baby installed in about 30 minutes. Finally, my self-installed electrical system for towing is complete & looks professionally done.
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Great solution to avoid having to drill into the frame or body components in order to install the 4 pole mounting bracket. One year after installation the powder coat is still intact and there is no rust.
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The clamp and bracket have been installed on my Jeep for about a year. It was easy to install and the bracket is functional, but unfortunately, the powder coat only lasted a few months and the bracket is now rusted.

Todd P - 09/03/2019

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You can definitely replace the Tow Ready Bracket # 18140No-Drill Mount for Electrical Mounting Bracket - Short$23.96 and if you do I also recommend covering any kicked places (from road debris) with some black paint to help keep this product from rusting.

-- Jon G - 9/27/2019

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by: Dean L.08/04/2017

Bought this along with the hitch C13143, wiring harness 56083 and bracket 18144. While the hitch and wiring harness went on as described, and I have nothing but praise for the product and service (and YouTube videos), these two brackets were not made for my Lexus. The hitch is too far back and up for these to work as advertised. However, I figured out if I cut the cover a bit more, I could mount these right behind the side hole in the hitch, and they are accessible but also out of the way, and out of sight. Needed a bigger clamp, but lucky I had one in my workbench. Check out the picture for how it looks. Make sure your trailer wires are long enough to reach to it. Don't cover the hole for your locking mechanism!
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This bracket 11840 worked out perfectly to attach the replacement 7 way trailer connector 118243 to my 2000 Ford F250 7.3 Super Duty. Without this bracket, the 118243 connector would not mount correctly to my truck. It would not clear the bottom of my bumper in the original mounting position on the bumper. I also bought the Pollak7 plus 4 way connector because I have multiple trailers with different connectors. This product is HM40975 and I highly recommend that it be purchased with the other two products.
The guys at eTrailer really know their products and are so helpful. They know what exceptional customer service is all about. Also, I love all of their online videos and information on the website that allows you to make informed decisions. Their prices are very competitive too. With free shipping over $99, they can't be beat.. For those reasons, I will not buy trailer gear anywhere else.
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by: Luke J.03/26/2017

This was installed on a round tube hitch for a 2015 Honda Odyssey. Everything installed easily and the clamp was simple to use. I would think this bracket would sit nicer on a square tube simply due to the flatter surface, so if you install with a round tube, just be sure to keep it level as you tighten up on the clamp.
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Completely useless product. The strap was not long enough to do what it says it will do, the clamp is not good, it was of no value, I could not even use it. I drilled and mounted the 7 wire plug in a normal fashion.
I would like a call tag and refund for this useless mount.
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by: Michael09/18/2019

I used these brackets for attaching the air connection and break-away switch for the SMI Air Force One braking system to the baseplate of my Jeep Wrangler. The brackets were modified (cut to fit and holes drilled) for my particular installation. They worked perfectly and make the installation look great.
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This mounting bracket works great! I used it on my Draw-Tite hitch which already had a plate welded onto it for a mounting bracket. The holes lined up perfectly and I used the two locking screws to hold it in place. The 4-pole harness fits into the slot perfectly and it holds the harness securely in place. Great product!
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Installed on a Curt trailer hitch part # 13408 for a 2004 Jeep wrangler. Mounted the 4 pin flat mounting bracket (part # 18144) to it. Makes it so you do not have to drill mounting bracket into hitch or bumper. Holds very tight in hitch! Installation was simple, fast, and clean. Highly recommended.
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Sorry to be so late in sending you photos. To get the plug more forward, we used the brackets we bought from you. At the same time, we rewired the 7-pole receptacle and place a boot from a shock over the wire and receptacle to keep everything more water tight. Works very well.
Thanks again for your prompt service in getting the brackets to us.
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The product itself appeared to be good but on my 2018 Mazda CX 5, the trailer hitch is mounted very high and the wide part is on the back side, not the top, so when part #18144 is attached, it does not point out the back of the car. It would have been up behind the bumper with the connector pointing down. I did not need the hidden look and it would have been a pain to connect each time.
I could not use Part #18140 with my vehicle. The pictures I included show how high the trailer hitch bar is up under the car and where I ended up attaching the #18144(118144 on box) to the metal bumper bracket. Image without bracket shows back of car at top of picture.
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Used to mount my air valve for airbags. Works great and and provides no drilling easy mounting and access for airbag fill up. Still no rust or degradation after being on my truck over 1 year.
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by: Steve L05/28/2020

I purchased this for our 2017 Journey originally in the fall of 2017. Last year we were in an accident (not our fault). We bought another identical 2017 Journey and ordered an identical setup for it. I was happy the first time with the parts and I simply duplicated it on the replacement Journey.
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by: Charles05/21/2020

Super fast shipping. Worked perfect.
Thanks
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by: Emmanuel05/19/2020

Product is exactly as described. I didn't want to drill holes into my bumper of my brand new 2020 Hyundai Palisade. This product made it possible. I am completely satisfied with my purchase.
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by: Anna05/16/2020

Product was delivered very fast with just regular shipping ordered. Parts were heavy but packaged very well and everything was contained and in package. We have already put it on my SUV and can’t wait to get a trailer for my kayak.
Thank you
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by: Ross05/16/2020

Extremely easy to attach to your hitch! 798818

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by: Dennis05/16/2020

Review for both parts,18140 and 18144 together. Install was relatively easy, however, needed to use a cable tie to keep bracket (18140) in place while securing the band clamp. Bracket (18144) does keep the 4 pole flat connector firmly in place. Can't comment on durability; will see how long it last.
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Ask the Experts about this Tow Ready Accessories and Parts

I would try to install the No-Drill Mount for Electrical Mounting Bracket part # 18140 on the underside of your Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 76138, similar to what you see in the attached photo. The bracket may also need to be bent down some towards the ground. This is a universal bracket so there may need to be some slight modifications in order to make this work for you.
That said, you could drill the Mounting Bracket 4-Pole Flat part # 18144 directly to the underside...view full answer...

The no-drill mounting bracket # 18140 has that hose clamp type of device that will hold it tight to a round or square tube trailer hitch. If the clamp is properly tightened down it will not slip. There are different additional mounts you can use depending on the type of connector you have.
For a 4-Way flat use # 18144
5-Way flat use # tr20046
7-Way Blade Style use # 18138 with long bracket # C57202
4, 5, or 6-Way round use # 118137
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Yes, the No-Drill mount # 18140 will fit the Curt # C13272 that you referenced. Basically you wrap the band clamp around the main hitch tube and then feed it into the opening of the clamp and then start screwing the head of clamp and it will start to tighten.view full answer...

The Tow Ready No-Drill Mount Bracket, part # 18140 is designed to install on a trailer hitch and provide a mounting base for a trailer connector. This is not included in the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs, part # F2550.
If you are looking for a trailer connector for the back of your F-350 I recommend the Draw-Tite Trailer Harness, part # 18252.
The # F2550 is a confirmed fit for your F-350 truck. This system is designed to reduce the strain on your suspension when you are...view full answer...

We have quite a selection of mounting brackets. My favorite that will fit your Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13315 is the Mounting Bracket for 7-Way # 18138. The hose clamp is used to secure this bracket to the trailer hitch.
I have attached a link with some available brackets to this answer page.
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The Hopkins Fold-Over Mounting Bracket # HM48595 is a stand-alone bracket and would not be compatible with other brackets such as Mount Bracket # 18140. What you would want to use is bracket # 18140 along bracket # 18144. You can see how they work together in the video I've linked for you.view full answer...

Exhaust rattle is fairly common problem with hitch installs that can easily be fixed. Since exhaust systems are designed for slight movements they don't always sit in the same spot on every vehicle, so when a hitch is designed for a vehicle the hitch might sit close and not rattle on one vehicle, but on another vehicle the clearances might be different and the exhaust might hit the hitch like what you are experiencing with your 2019 Mazda CX-5 with the # 76138. The solution is basically...view full answer...

Yes, the No-Drill Mount for Electrical Mounting Bracket # 18140 that you referenced would fit well on the EcoHitch part # 306-X7203 that you referenced. The strap would easily fit around the crosstube of the hitch and give you a secure mounting point for trailer wiring. You'll also want the 4-way bracket part # 18144.view full answer...

What you can do is use the part # 18140 for the base of a 4-way mounting bracket since it will attach to your hitch without drilling and then use the bracket # 18144 for the portion that holds the 4-way.
I attached an install video for this for you to check out as well.view full answer...

For your 2012 Subaru Outback Wagon I recommend the Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, part # 118467. This plugs easily and quickly into the existing wiring on your vehicle and requires no splicing into the car wiring. I have also attached an install video for this harness that shows how they run the wires through the spare tire compartment so that the harness can be attached to the trailer hitch at the rear of the Outback.
To attach the harness to the hitch I recommend part # 18144,...view full answer...

Yes, we sure do! In order to mount your trailer connector on the rear of your vehicle, you will want to use part # 18140 along with part # 18144 for 4-way or part # 18136 along with part # 18138 for 7-way trailer connectors.
I have attached a review video of the no-drill mounting bracket for you as well.view full answer...

Yes, in order to mount the trailer connector on the outside of the vehicle you will want to use part # 18140 along with part # 18144 for 4-way or part # 18136 along with part # 18138 for 7-way trailer connector. This is a completely drill free option that will give you an easy to access trailer connector attached to the rear hitch.
I have attached an install video of this bracket for you as well.
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The Tow Ready No-Drill Bracket - Short # 18140 referenced in your question will provide an excellent solution for attaching a connector bracket and connector to the Draw-Tite Class III Hitch # 75152 you have installed on your Volvo XC90. This will give you a really nice connector bracket that doesn't require any drilling into the hitch. It is indeed compatible with this hitch and your vehicle.
If you do happen to have a 7-Way, you may want to go with the Long version of the bracket,...view full answer...

I have some great bracket options for you and your 2014 Volvo XC90. If you you prefer a no-drill option, I recommend using the Short Bracket, Item # 18140, or the Long Bracket, Item # 18136. If you have no problem drilling, I recommend combining either the short bracket or the long bracket with the Mounting Bracket for 4-Pole Flat, Item # 18144, to create a solid mounting.
I have attached some videos for you to checkout.view full answer...

It looks like you have purchased the mounting bracket for a 5-Way flat, # tr20046, when you got the wiring harness. The no-drill brackets, # C57202 or # 18140, will attach to the bracket that you recently purchased. You will not need any additional brackets. I have included a link to a video that, in part, shows the tr20046 bracket being installed.view full answer...

The installation process for installing the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector part # C56040 will be the same on a Subaru Outback from 2010-2017. Therefore, yes, the installation video we have of this harness installed on a 2011 will be the same as the installation you will need to perform on your 2017 Subaru Outback Wagon.
Yes, the No-Drill Mount Bracket part # 18140 will work well with the Adapter 4 Pole to 7 Pole and 4 Pole part # C57674 as...view full answer...

You are correct, the Curt Class III receiver you mentioned, part # 13368 does not feature a mounting bracket welded to it.
Over the years, we have found that the long bracket, part # C57202 works better with the thicker tubing used on a Class III hitch, while the short bracket you referred to works better on a Class I or II hitch. The long bracket will allow more clearance at the rear for the wiring to clear.
The # 37185 includes the bracket that will allow the 7-way adapter to attach...view full answer...

We have just what you are looking for.
The mounting bracket I recommend is part # 18140. This uses a hose clamp that is placed around your trailer hitch so you do not have to do any drilling.
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Yes, the No-Drill Bracket # 18140 will work just fine on your round tube hitch as you install our # ETBC7 trailer brake controller installation kit. Just invert the 7-way so it is upside down. The kit includes everything you need to convert your factory 4-pole flat trailer connector to a 7-way type that includes 12V power and trailer brake signals.
I linked an install video for a 2007 Pilot, which is in the same vehicle generation as your 2008, and also an article on trailer wiring that...view full answer...

For your 2020 Hyundai Palisade Limited edition you will need a wiring kit to transfer the light signals to your trailer, the pre-wiring provides a plug for the trailer wiring to hook up. I recommend T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package # 118784. It provides a 4 way flat trailer connector and hooks directly into the tow package plug on the underside of your Palisade. It is a 1 piece, or 1 end connector, however there are adapters that will allow you to have both a 7 and 4...view full answer...

For your 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 118727. It's custom made for your Jeep and it gives you a 4 way flat trailer connector so you have all the lights to tow a trailer safely and legally. It gives you your tail light functions, turn signals, and brake lights.
The wiring installs behind your tail lights and plugs inline between the factory connector and the light assembly. There is no cutting or splicing of the factory wires, however...view full answer...

The trailer hitch I recommend for a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13182 is because it offers a super easy bolt-on installation. In fact, it should only take you around 30 minutes from start to finish as all that is required is lifting it up into position and then tightening down the hardware.
In order to control the trailer lights, you'll want to use the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness part # C62VR which is plug and play. In order to mount...view full answer...

Yes, all of the aftermarket trailer hitches have receivers that sit just below the rear fascia on your 2016 Ford Explorer. For your application I recommend going with the etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98867 because it features a matte black finish that helps to hide any knicks you may get due to road debris when compared to the glossy finishes. All of the trailer hitches for your Explorer are rated as Class III.
For wiring to activate the lights on your boat trailer I recommend...view full answer...

The exhaust of your 2019 GMC Terrain does not need to be lowered to install the etrailer.com hitch part # e98904 that you referenced. While we don't have a hitch for your vehicle that has a 4-way mounting bracket we do have other solutions like the 4-way bracket # 18140 and # 18144. This will wrap around the hitch tube and give you a bracket like you are wanting.
For a 4-way then you'd want the part # 118764 which is a custom fit kit for your 2019 GMC Terrain.
If you wanted to do...view full answer...

The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56291 is installed and mounted inside the trunk space of your 2018 Honda Pilot, as you can see by the accompanying photo, which is from a video we did installing this connector in a '17 Pilot.
If you wanted to mount your connector under your Pilot you would not need to use the T-One 7-Way # 118286 if you do not need it. Instead you can use the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118760,...view full answer...

The correct wiring kit for your 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe with the factory tow package is the T-One # 118784. I have attached an installation video of this on a '19 Santa Fe that you can check out.
If you'd like to mount the wiring next to your trailer hitch receiver then you also need the Mounting Brackets # 18144 and # 18140 to complete the installation.
If you don't already have a trailer hitch then I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75908 because it already...view full answer...

For your 2018 Subaru Forester XT, I am happy to give you the best towing components, but do want to point out that according to your owners manual the towing capacity of your vehicle is 1,500 lbs.
I recommend the etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver # E98839 which has a carbide black powder coat finish and will sit 14-1/4 inches from the ground to the top inner portion of the receiver. Then for your trailer wiring I recommend you start with the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness...view full answer...

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